I am happy to report that I have had many successful and ongoing playdates here in New Zealand. The kids become long term friends (see here) and us Mums become long term drinking buddies as well. Everyone goes home happy. When we lived in Southern California we had lots of friends. Lots of single, childless, surfing, skating, imbibing-type friends – …
Sleepover at the Farm
Freya stayed the night after disco fever hit on Friday. It was awesome – but tiring – but awesome. They are such an old-married couple already, they squabble tell each other the lay of the land, stick their bottom lips out for about 5 seconds then work on a compromise together. It’s freaking hilarious to watch. Dave overheard this conversation …
More Reasons why I love Ethan
The precious one was laying on the rug today watching some shark DVD or other, I was putting away groceries. Out of the blue and without looking at me he says “Mama you’re not fat” Delirious and a little giddy with joy; “What did you say?” “I said you’re not fat”. That’s what I thought he said – and we’re …
Friday Night @ The Club
I got to go out on the town last night without Dave for the first time in forever. I was in good company though; As you can see, everyone had their best ‘rave’ outfits on, complete with glow sticks, flashing necklaces and finger flashlights; We ate at a fancy restaurant where we all had to act very posh The club …
Writers Workshop – Why is your kid in time out?
Why is your kid in time out? …………Oh…my kid? He’s not in time out, he’s behaving this month – a little sprinkle of attitude but generally things are all smiles around here. What about you Mrs D-brats Mum? Why is D-brat in time out? Well, it’s a bit embarrassing, are you going to put this on the Internet? Because here …
Friday Friends
I love spontaneous visits, love pop-ins and impromptu get-togethers. These social gems don’t happen too much now that we live in the sticks, but today the sun and stars were aligned and Kris and I chatting on the phone led to a visit from her and her rad boys. I love these pics, late afternoon sun makes beautiful children MORE …
Positive Negative Photos
How average are these? I was looking forward to getting these as I had heard loads of feedback from people about how much they loved their pictures. But these are so underwhelming, I am quite disappointed. I had dressed Ethan for his photos, and his hair looked GOOD when he left the house, the photographer took it upon themselves to …
Ethan and his mates
Driving to the playground yesterday Ethan was telling me about his day at kindy; Ethan: “I put my arm around Sinead and patted her on the back ’cause she is my bestest friend” Me: “That was so sweet, I bet you made her very happy” Ethan: “Yes, but I just can’t wait to grow up, sometimes I just can’t wait!” Me: …